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SignalR – Real Time Web Apps in ASP.NET (Phil Denoncourt)

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Monday, May 6, 2013, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM

SignalR is a library for ASP.NET that make it possible for you to stream data back to web users in near realtime. Phil will discuss the overall architecture of SignalR, how to install it, and what devices it works on. We’ll demonstrate how to create sites that make use of the library.

About the Speaker:
Phil Denoncourt is a .NET consultant, who over the past dozen years has developed a wide range of .NET applications and has over 20 years experience writing software. He speaks at many venues in the New England Area on a variety of development topics. Phil is certified in a host of .NET Technologies including Team Foundation Server, Windows Communication Framework, SQL Server 2012, and ASP.NET. When not spending time with his wife and children, Phil is an avid fan of Boston teams.

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